Prevail means to triumph, predominate, or prove superior in strength or influence, or to be current. The example contrasts prevailing conservative views with Reed's commitment to social change.
Prevalecer significa triunfar, predominar o ser superior en fuerza o influencia, o estar extendido. El ejemplo contrasta los puntos de vista conservadores prevalecientes con el compromiso de Reed con el cambio social.
| Word | prevail |
|---|---|
| Part of Speech | V. |
| Definition | triumph; predominate; prove superior in strength, power, or influence; be current. |
| Sentence | A radical committed to social change, Reed had no patience with the conservative views that prevailed in the America of his day. |
| Related Words | prevalent, ADJ.; prevailing, ADJ. |
Tags: psat, hf
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